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City Council Minutes
Study Session and Regular Meeting
November 10, 2020
I. ROLL CALL - 4:30 p.m.
Present: Mayor Will O'Neill, Mayor Pro Tem Brad Avery, Council Member Joy Brenner, Council
Member Diane Dixon, Council Member Duffy Duffield, Council Member Kevin Muldoon
Absent: Council Member Jeff Herdman
II. CURRENT BUSINESS
City Attorney Harp announced that the Closed Session item will be pulled from the agenda.
SS1. Clarification of Items on the Consent Calendar — None
SS2. Status of the General Plan Update
Community Development Director Jurjis utilized a presentation to discuss the General Plan
Update Steering Committee (GPUSC) meetings and engagement, the Regional Housing Needs
Assessment (RHNA), the Housing Action Plan, the Housing Element Update Advisory
Committee's (HEUAC) efforts, and current focus and schedule for the Housing Element and
Circulation Element.
In response to Mayor O'Neill's question, Community Development Director Jurjis noted the
HEUAC is working through the California Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD) form, which has to be filled out with the Assessor Parcel Number (APN) of
each parcel the City plans to use in the Housing Element. Mayor O'Neill encouraged the public
to watch the video of the HEUAC's review of almost 200 parcels and noted that an HEUAC
subcommittee will discuss affordable housing and present a report to Council.
Community Development Director Jurjis continued his presentation detailing the schedule and
noted a potential vote of the electorate.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Avery's questions, Community Development Director Jurjis
believed single-family homes will be included, noted the HEUAC has not focused on single
family dwellings, but on medium to high density neighborhoods, and stated that Uptown
Newport is a model of what housing will look like in the future if this Housing Element is
certified and the Land Use Element is updated. Mayor O'Neill added that an Uptown Newport
project cannot be built in areas like Balboa Island, and at most, another unit could be built on a
Balboa Island parcel.
Community Development Director Jurjis continued the presentation with a discussion of the
Land Use Element, Safety Element, and budget and estimated costs.
In response to Council Member Dixon's questions, Community Development Director Jurjis
reported the estimated project cost was originally $2.5 million, and noted that some agencies
are updating their Housing Elements inhouse and other agencies draft specific plans rather
than update their Housing Element. Council Member Dixon noted there were demands to look
at certain parts of the City for new land uses.
Community Development Director Jurjis concluded his presentation by announcing the Housing
Suitability Virtual Workshops scheduled for November 16 and 17, 2020.
In response to Mayor O'Neill's questions, Community Development Director Jurjis indicated
that Council authorized staff to draft an appeal of the RHNA numbers based on the City being
subject to regulations relative to the Coastal Act and John Wayne Airport (JWA) and the impacts
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of COVID-19. Mayor O'Neill added that he signed a letter to the Southern California Association
of Governments (SLAG) requesting they form a litigation subcommittee to justify the 1.3 million
units as suggested by SCAG, and stated that Yorba Linda Council Member Peggy Wong has
asked SCAG to advance legislation that counts the housing units if a state agency denies
housing development on a site, like Banning Ranch.
In response to Council Member Dixon's question, Community Development Director Jurjis
indicated that HCD provided the allocation to SCAG and it is uncertain how HCD justifies the
numbers. Mayor O'Neill added that this was legislation followed by administrative policy.
In response to Council Member Brenner's questions, Deputy Community Development Director
Campbell reported two projects have been approved and one is under review, the total units of
all three projects is over 1,000 units, and the City can include those in the RHNA number.
Community Development Director Jurjis indicated that the HEUAC has not focused on
subdivisions but on a site inventory to obtain the most density, confirmed that the City can get
credits for accessory dwelling units (ADU), and stated that the study showing a decline in
population was not a part of the appeal. Council Member Brenner expressed concerns regarding
the HEUAC finding more high-density sites than are needed, the community not supporting the
draft plan based on little interaction during outreach meetings, polling questions being
structured, the impacts of COVID-19, community complaints about not having a master plan
and that projects are piecemealed, believed that Council should have a community group to
brainstorm ideas, and acknowledged that HEUAC Member Susan DeSantis is familiar with
visioning.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Avery's questions, Community Development Director Jurjis
advised that development is controlled by private markets and property owners' feedback is
needed. Mayor Pro Tem Avery noted, considering recent concerns regarding growth, circulation,
and traffic, an important step is for development to be appealing enough for property owners
and developers to buy into, and development has to work for low-income units. Community
Development Director Jurjis indicated the projects coming forward are 5% affordable and,
because the land is expensive, affordable housing is hard to include and the City may need to
over -design or over -zone to make up that gap.
Nancy Gardner believed the Housing Element and Land Use Element will be more dominant
and put the City into certain corners, and hoped a community group or additional members on
the HEUAC would look at the upcoming elements.
Hoiyin Ip noted the need to bring excitement to the community and hoped to see the City use
multiple paths.
Susan DeSantis, Housing Element Update Advisory Committee member, referred to innovative
projects that could generate community engagement, shared a presentation illustrating three-
dimensional modeling of different densities, and suggested the use of this technology in the
Housing Element Update process.
Jim Mosher indicated about half of the 1.3 million units allocated to SCAG was deemed
necessary to relieve existing housing conditions, Newport Beach's RHNA number is divided by
income categories, the affordable housing number is immensely larger than it seems if housing
projects provide only 5% affordable housing, and believed the website and publicity efforts are
not generating excitement.
David Tanner requested that Council clarify the scope of the General Plan Update, noted
piecemealing is prohibited by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), suggested that
Council evaluate new strategies to comply with state housing laws and instruct staff to describe
the existing environmental setting prior to asking for public comment, and asked if the City can
meet the deadline to submit the Housing Element and if the public can use the Community
Room for in-person comments during upcoming workshops.
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Community Development Director Jurjis reported that the consultant is working to obtain
community engagement, expects 100 people at the upcoming workshops, and cannot schedule a
large in-person community forum. He assured that staff is working to comply with all
requirements, as the Council directed, but the timeline is tight and they need to obtain input
from the HEUAC's outreach subcommittee.
Council Member Brenner commended staff and suggested they find different ways of looking at
this to get better results and allow the public to brainstorm during workshops. Community
Development Director Jurjis advised that the upcoming virtual housing workshops will be a
dialog with the community.
In response to Council Member Dixon's question, Community Development Director Jurjis
reported that staff is focusing on sites, policies, and the Environmental Impact Report (EIR)
first and will look at master planning during the Land Use Element update, and added that the
consultant can obtain technology.
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Hoiyin Ip believed that having the Planning Commission review the Circulation Element was smart
and offered suggestions for effective committee meetings.
Nancy Scarbrough urged Council to investigate the dismissal of the Finance Director and to continue
negotiations with the former Finance Director.
IV. CLOSED SESSION - Pulled from the agenda
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL
EXISTING LITIGATION
(Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1)): 1 matter
Jeffrey Brouwer v. City of Newport Beach
Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Case No. ADJ-11049116.
V. RECESSED - 5:47 p.m.
VI. RECONVENED AT 6:04 P.M. FOR REGULAR MEETING
VII. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Will O'Neill, Mayor Pro Tem Brad Avery, Council Member Joy Brenner, Council
Member Diane Dixon, Council Member Duffy Duffield, Council Member Kevin Muldoon
Absent: Council Member Jeff Herdman
VIII. CLOSED SESSION REPORT - None
IX. INVOCATION - Mayor O'Neill
X. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member Muldoon
X1. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
XII. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ORAL REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON
COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
Council Member Dixon:
• Congratulated Darren and Jean Coyle, owners of Fable & Spirit Restaurant, for receiving the
Michelin Discovery Award
• Announced a District 1 virtual townhall meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.
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Council Member Muldoon:
• Requested a future agenda item to discuss installing a disabled transfer lift at Marina Park
Council Member Brenner:
• Met with Public Works Director Webb, Police Lieutenant Psaros, Deputy Public Works Director
Martin, City Traffic Engineer Brine, and Carnation Avenue residents regarding truck traffic and
solutions for the numerous trash trucks at restaurants
• Attended the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) meeting with elected officials
regarding use of the toll road, multimodal transportation, Measure M funding, bicycles and golf
carts on bike paths, allowing electric golf carts on streets, and parking in coastal zones
Mayor Pro Tem Avery:
• Attended the monthly Orange County Sanitation District (OCSD) board meeting
Mayor O'Neill:
• Attended Huntington Beach's homeless navigation center ribbon cutting
• Utilized slides to announce the November 16 and 17, 2020 Housing Suitability Virtual Workshops,
the November 19, 2020 Planning Commission discussion about the Circulation Element, the
November 23, 2020 Circulation Element Virtual Workshop, building closures in observance of
Veterans Day, and thanked veterans for their service
XIII. MATTERS WHICH COUNCIL MEMBERS HAVE ASKED TO BE PLACED ON A FUTURE
AGENDA
• Consideration of reviewing the Newport Beach Municipal Code to strengthen short-term
lodging enforcement [Dixon]
Mayor Pro Tem Avery and Council Members Brenner, Dixon, and Duffield concurred to bring this
matter back at a future meeting.
• Review of short-term lodging transferability provisions [Brenner]
Mayor Pro Tem Avery and Council Members Brenner, Dixon, and Duffield concurred to bring this
matter back at a future meeting.
XIV. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
In response to Council Member Brenner's question regarding Item 8 (Water Transmission Main (Phase
2) Valve Replacement — Award of Contract No. 7539-3 (18W12)), Public Works Director Webb reported
there will be some lane closures and work at night, but staff will provide advance notice to the
community. Assistant City Engineer Sinacori added that work at some intersections could take a few
weeks, work will be phased, staff will work with the contractor to consider traffic flow and resident
impact, and notice will be provided in multiple ways.
XV. CONSENT CALENDAR
READING OF MINUTES AND ORDINANCES
1. Minutes for the October 27, 2020 City Council Regular Meeting [100-20201
Waive reading of subject minutes, approve as amended, and order filed.
2. Reading of Ordinances
Waive reading in full of all ordinances under consideration, and direct the City Clerk to read by title
only.
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ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION
3. Ordinance No. 2020-27: Changes to Title 17.40 (Live Aboards) and Other Related
Provisions [100-2020]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3) and 15321 of the CEQA Guidelines because this
action will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Conduct second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2020-27, An Ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Newport Beach, California, Amending Chapter 17.40 (Live-Aboards) of Title 17
(Harbor Code) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code and Other Related Provisions.
Council Member Duffield recused himself on Item 3 due to business interest conflicts.
RESOLUTION FOR ADOPTION
4. Resolution No. 2020-94: Approval of Measure M2 Expenditure Report [100-2020]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Adopt Resolution 2020-94, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach,
California, Concerning the Measure M2 Expenditure Report for the City of Newport Beach for the
Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2020.
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
Concrete Street Pavement Reconstruction - Notice of Completion for Contract No. 7184-
2 (18R21) and Approval of a Contract Change Order with S&H Civilworks (Contract
No. 7753-2) [38/100-2020]
a) Accept the completed work to date by Aramexx Construction on Contract No. 7184-2 and
authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for the project;
b) Authorize the City Clerk to release the Labor and Materials Bond 65 days after the Notice of
Completion has been recorded in accordance with applicable portions of Civil Code, and then
release Faithful Performance Bond one year after acceptance by the City Council; and
c) Approve a Contract Change Order up to $924,732 (including $84,000 in contingency for
unforeseen field conditions) with S&H Civilworks on Contract No. 7753-2 to complete the
remaining concrete street replacement scope of work associated with the former Aramexx
Construction Contract (No. 7184-2).
Council Member Muldoon recused himself on Item 5 due to previous business interest
conflicts.
6. Jamboree Road Pavement Rehabilitation and Reclaimed Water Conversion (211115) -
Approval of Professional Services Agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc.,
Contract No. 7885-1 [38/100-2020]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. of Irvine, CA,
for the Jamboree Road Pavement Rehabilitation and Reclaimed Water Conversion project at a
not -to -exceed price of $298,764, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
Agreement.
7. Balboa Crossing Improvement Project - Award of Contract No. 7288-2 (19T11) [38/100-
2020]
a) Find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
Section 15301 (minor alteration of existing public facilities such as existing highways and
streets, sidewalks, and gutters involving negligible or no expansion) of the CEQA Guidelines;
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b) Approve project drawings and specifications;
c) Award Contract No. 7288-2 to GMC Engineering, Inc. for the total bid price of $880,000.10, and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contract; and
d) Establish $88,000 (approximately 10 percent) contingency to cover the cost of unforeseen work
not included in the original contract.
Council Member Muldoon recused himself on Item 7 due to previous business interest
conflicts.
8. Water Transmission Main (Phase 2) Valve Replacement — Award of Contract No. 7539-3
(18W12) [381100-2020]
a) Find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
Class 2 Section 15302(c) (replacement of existing public facilities involving negligible or no
expansion of capacity) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter
3, because it has no potential to have a significant effect on the environment;
b) Approve the project plans and specifications;
c) Award Contract No. 7539-3 to Paulus Engineering, Inc. for the bid amount of $2,797,771 for the
Water Transmission Main (Phase 2) Valve Replacement project, and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute the contract; and
d) Establish a contingency of $280,000 (approximately 10% of total bid) to cover the cost of
unforeseen work not included in the original contract.
9. Approval of California Office Emergency Services (Cal OES) Form 130, Designating
Agents Necessary to Provide for All Matters Pertaining to State and Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) Reimbursements [381100-2020]
a) Determine that the action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it will not
result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Approve Cal OES Form 130, authorizing the City Manager, the Finance Director or Police Chief
to execute California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and/or Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) documents for present and future disaster relief applications.
10. Annual Reporting on Development Impact Fees and Development Agreements (C-5387)
[381100-2020]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Receive, review and file the Annual Reports on Development Impact Fees and Development
Agreements.
Council Member Muldoon voted "no" on Item 10.
MISCELLANEOUS
11. Planning Commission Agenda for the November 5, 2020 Meeting
Receive and file.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Avery, seconded by Council Member Muldoon, to approve the
Consent Calendar; and noting the recusal by Council Member Duffield on Item 3, the recusals by Council
Member Muldoon on Items 5 and 7, the "no" vote by Council Member Muldoon to Item 10, and
amendments to Item 1.
With Council Member Herdman absent, the motion carried 6-0.
XVI. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR - None
XVII. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
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Jim Mosher recalled that Council heard an appeal regarding a private dock last fall and approved a new
policy addressing pier permit requests, noted the previous night the Harbor Commission heard a similar
matter and reached a conclusion that seems contrary to the new policy, expressed concern that the
Harbor Commission regards policies as general guidance or that they could interpret the policy
differently than it is written, and suggested that a Council Member call the decision for review or
Council may want to remind the Harbor Commission how the policy should be applied.
Nancy Scarbrough related that the new driveway into the drop-off parking lot at Ensign Intermediate
School is very narrow, has an extremely tight radius, and an emergency vehicle may not be able to
navigate it, noted that the drive-through parking lot and the staff parking lot directly run-off into the
storm drains, added that California Code does not allow runoff to leave a property, and believed it is
time for the Police, Fire and Community Development Departments to review the project and consider
alternatives to discuss with the Newport -Mesa Unified School District.
XVIII. PUBLIC HEARING
12. Annual Review of Zoning Implementation for Sierra by the Sea (PA2010-150) (C-4145)
[38/100-20201
In response to Council Member Dixon's question, Community Development Director Jurjis reported
the business owners have a corporation and are allowed to file for a Doing Business As (DBA) name,
and confirmed that a DBA for Sierra by the Sea was filed properly.
Mayor O'Neill opened the public hearing.
Jim Mosher referred to the corporation's correspondence regarding updating business licenses and
noted the business license database does not show a name change for the administrative office,
which could produce some confusion.
Hearing no further testimony, Mayor O'Neill closed the public hearing.
Mayor Pro Tem Avery indicated that the facilities have received no complaints and are being well
managed.
Motion by Council Member Dixon, seconded by Council Member Brenner, to a) find this
review exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Section 15321
(Enforcement Actions by Regulatory Agencies) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of
Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, because this review enforces an entitlement for use
adopted by the City and has no potential to have a significant effect on the environment; b) find that
SBTS has demonstrated good faith compliance with the terms of the Zoning Implementation and
Public Benefit Agreement; and c) receive and file documents submitted by SBTS to demonstrate
good faith compliance with the terms of the Zoning Implementation and Public Benefit Agreement.
With Council Member Herdman absent, the motion carried 6-0.
XIX. CURRENT BUSINESS
13. Resolution No. 2020-95: An Update to the Established Fair Market Value Per Acre for
Assessing In -Lieu Park Dedication Fees [100-20201
Council Member Dixon thanked staff for conducting the market assessment and understood the
Business Industry Association (BIA) supports a phased approach. In response to her questions,
Community Development Director Jurjis advised that the amendment is a 60 -day implementation
for the first step increase, the City does not require the applicant to obtain an appraisal at the time
of application, the process can be changed, but he wanted to wait for the 2020 Census and completion
of the General Plan Update, and staff is considering a study session in 2021 for development impact
fees, including park fees for multifamily and rental products.
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Jim Mosher stated Chapter 19.52 in the Municipal Code has not been updated since 2001 while the
state law has been revised multiple times since 2001, believed Council is adopting a fee to support
an out-of-date ordinance, suggested people would be unhappy if the City relaxes the five acres per
1,000 park standard, noted that appraisals may not be relevant to the cost of purchasing developed
land in parts of the City, and stated that the City is supposed to have a schedule for impact fees, but
he is not aware of one.
Motion by Council Member Dixon, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Avery, to a) find the
adoption of this resolution is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act ('CEQA')
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable
indirect physical change in the environment); and b) adopt Resolution No. 2020-95, A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Newport Beach, California, Establishing the Fair Market Value Per
Acre to be Used in Assessing In -Lieu Park Dedication Fees Pursuant to Section 19.52.070 of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code.
With Council Member Muldoon voting "no" and Council Member Herdman absent, the
motion carried 5-1.
14. Fire Station No. 2 — Financing Plan and Resolution Authorizing the Preparation, Sale
and Delivery of Not to Exceed $10,000,000 Principal Amount of Certificates of
Participation, and Award of Fire Station No. 2 Construction Contract No. 8269-2 (15F13)
[38/100-20201
Council Member Muldoon recused himself due to prior business interest conflicts.
Public Works Director Webb reported that Council has been working with the community on this
project for some time, staff anticipated the bid would come in at $7.9 million, however it came in at
$6.289 million.
Mayor O'Neill indicated the City has set aside enough funding to purchase financial flexibility
Mayor Pro Tem Avery believed getting the property is a real win for the City, and the financing was
handled smartly and gives the City flexibility.
Council Member Dixon commended staff for another outstanding project and was delighted to see
the reduction in the estimate and the addition of the public restrooms. Public Works Director Webb
noted Council Member Dixon fought for the restroom because the community wanted it.
Mayor O'Neill thanked the Finance Committee, City Manager's Office, Public Works Department,
and Fire Department for their efforts.
Jim Mosher noted that Council would be approving the construction of the project and issuance of
bonds, but found it strange that the City will be borrowing funds to pay itself for permitting fees.
Deputy Finance Director Montano clarified that permitting fees will be financed as part of the total
cost of the project and City Manager Leung added that part of what is included are fees the City
collects for the state, which cannot be waived.
Council Member Dixon stated the Newport Beach Fire Department was instrumental in designing
and scoping the project to ensure it meets their needs.
Motion by Council Member Dixon, seconded by Mayor O'Neill, to a) find this project exempt
from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15332 (In -Fill
Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines. This exemption applies to in -fill development
projects in urban areas that are consistent with the General Plan and applicable development
standards. In addition, the proposed development must occur on a site of no more than five acres,
have no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species, be adequately served by all
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utilities and public services, and must not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, air
quality, water quality, or any other significant effect on the environment due to an unusual
circumstance; b) adopt amended Resolution No. 2020-96, AResolution of the City Council of the City
of Newport Beach, California, Authorizing the Preparation, Sale and Delivery of Not to Exceed
$10,000,000 Principal Amount of Certificates of Participation, Series 2020A (Fire Station No. 2
Project) and Approving Certain Documents and Authorizing Certain Actions in Connection
Therewith; c) approve the project drawings and specifications; d) award Contract No. 8269-2 to R.C.
Construction Services, Inc. for the total bid price of $6,289,000, and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute the contract; e) establish a contingency of $628,900 (approximately ten percent) to
cover the cost of unforeseen work not included in the original contract; and f) approve Amendment
No. 2 to the current Professional Services Agreement with WLC Architects Inc. (C-8269-1) for a not
to exceed fee of $92,000 for construction support services, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute the Agreement.
With Council Member Muldoon recusing himself and Council Member Herdman absent,
the motion carried 5-0.
15. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update [100-20201
City Manager Leung utilized a presentation to discuss the Blueprint for a Safer Economy red tier,
Orange County trends for cases, the positivity rate and health equity metric, the process and timeframe
for moving into the purple tier, and a map of tiers throughout the state.
Mayor O'Neill shared data from the County's dashboard, the expectation of a purple tier warning next
week, hospitalizations in Orange County, and the need to continue to take this seriously.
In response to Council Member Dixon's question, City Manager Leung reported that code enforcement
enforces facial coverings with education first and follows up on complaints, and code enforcement
officers are scheduled during the evening and on weekends to handle complaints and conduct surprise
inspections.
Mayor O'Neill advised that the Orange County dashboard provides a breakdown of confirmed positive
cases by zip code, and the Peninsula is currently at zero. Council Member Dixon pointed out that
visitors are not reported in Newport Beach zip codes.
Jim Mosher believed the Library uses museum criteria, and a reversion in tiers could cause the Library
to close. City Manager Leung indicated City Hall functions are part of central operations and separate
from tier sections and staff will continue to adapt, as needed.
XX. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION — None
XXI. ADJOURNMENT — 7:01 p.m.
The agenda was posted on the City's website and on the City Hall electronic bulletin board
located in the entrance of the City Council Chambers at 100 Civic Center Drive on
November 5, 2020, at 4:00 p.m.
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